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The Battle of Nesbit Moor: Scotland's Forgotten Victory Before Bannockburn
In 1355, a Scottish raiding party ambushed an English force at Nesbit Moor in the Scottish Borders, sparking a chain of events that would lead to the capture of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This episode unpacks the little-known skirmish that showcased the resilience of the Scots under Thomas Stewart, Earl of Angus, and set the stage for the later wars of independence. We explore the tactics used by the Scots, the role of border reivers, and the political aftermath that included a brief reoccupation of Berwick. Along the way, we touch on the broader context of Edward III's reign, the Treaty of…
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